Senior Design Drafter - Primary

Quanta Services Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market pay

Annual bonus

Study support

Parental leave

Purchased leave

AI tools access

Referral bonus

Discounts program

Employee assistance

Job summary

CPP, a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, is seeking a Senior Design Drafter - Primary to support design and construction of substations, wind farms and battery storage systems. You will prepare primary design drawings, collaborate with engineers and project managers, and help deliver safe, compliant outcomes on schedule.

You will gain exposure to CPP’s BIM and 3D modelling capabilities, with opportunities to grow skills in AutoCAD, MicroStation and Revit as requirements evolve.

Qualifications

• Relevant electrical, substation or primary design drafting experience
• Exposure to substations, renewable energy or comparable electrical infrastructure
• AutoCAD and/or MicroStation capability
• An ability to understand design intent and produce practical design outputs
• Knowledge of primary design drafting principles and fundamental electrical concepts
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Good communication, organisation and prioritisation skills
• A positive, practical approach and willingness to continue learning
• Experience with Revit, 3D modelling or BIM workflows will be highly regarded but is not essential. Candidates with AutoCAD experience will be considered, with opportunities to develop MicroStation and 3D capability on the job.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, high-quality primary design drawings and documentation
• Work with engineers, designers and Project Managers to resolve technical queries
• Ensure designs are safe, compliant and constructible to standards and deadlines
• Gain exposure to 3D modelling and BIM capability as requirements evolve

Skills

Electrical drafting

Substation design

Design intent understanding

Attention to detail

Communication

Organization

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

Job description

CPP is a leading high-voltage infrastructure provider, connecting renewable energy projects to Australia’s electricity grid.

As a member of Quanta Services, a Fortune 500 company ranked #192 on the NYSX, we specialise in the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of substations, transmission lines, wind farms, and battery storage systems.

Established in 1996, we’ve connected more wind farms and renewable batteries than any other company. With over 900 employees and offices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth, we partner with Australia’s major transmission providers to deliver innovative, end-to-end solutions.

Join us in shaping the future of energy.

Job Description

Job Description

Design & Engineering
CPP has the largest in-house design and engineering team of any contractor in Australia, with over 200 specialists across Electrical Primary and Secondary, Civil, Structural, and SCADA disciplines. We provide end-to-end engineering solutions for high-voltage infrastructure, including nationally significant transmission projects, HV substations, wind farms and battery storage systems that drive Australia’s renewable energy transition.
Our engineers work closely with construction and operations teams, ensuring designs are practical, constructible, and continually refined through real-world feedback. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we deliver solutions that support a stable, reliable, and sustainable energy future.

The Opportunity

Join an industry leader and work on innovative high-voltage infrastructure projects, including substations, grid connections, wind farms and battery energy storage systems.

As a Senior Design Drafter - Primary, you will support the design and construction of our projects by preparing accurate, high-quality primary design drawings and documentation. Working alongside experienced engineers, designers and Project Managers, you will help resolve technical queries and deliver safe, compliant and constructible design outcomes in line with relevant standards and project deadlines.

You will also gain exposure to CPP’s growing 3D modelling and Building Information Modelling (BIM) capability as client and project requirements continue to evolve.

Qualifications

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

Relevant electrical, substation or primary design drafting experience

Exposure to substations, renewable energy or comparable electrical infrastructure

AutoCAD and/or MicroStation capability

An ability to understand design intent and produce practical design outputs

Knowledge of primary design drafting principles and fundamental electrical concepts

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality

Good communication, organisation and prioritisation skills

A positive, practical approach and willingness to continue learning

Experience with Revit, 3D modelling or BIM workflows will be highly regarded but is not essential. Candidates with AutoCAD experience will be considered, with opportunities to develop MicroStation and 3D capability on the job.

Additional Information

Be rewarded at CPP.

At CPP, we value our people above all else. We’re dedicated to investing in and developing your talent to help you reach your full potential. By joining us, you’ll have the opportunity to work on industry-leading projects and access the latest technologies. We foster a culture of innovation and welcome fresh ideas – if you're ready to challenge the status quo, we want you to be part of our team.

Benefits include:

• Above-market salary package with annual reviews
• Annual bonus, discretionary based on individual and business performance
• Access to study assistance for continuous development, and a strong focus on internal promotions to help you grow within
• 16 weeks paid primary parental leave and 6 weeks paid secondary parental leave
• Up to 2 weeks of purchased leave
• We actively invest in AI capability, providing access to premium AI subscriptions to help you work smarter, solve complex problems and deliver better outcomes
• Generous employee referral program up to $4,000
• Access to an extensive benefits and discounts program with savings at over 400 retailers
• Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing